Kelly Clarkson makes a statement at SHE Summit in New York as she wears her hair in the trendy half-up bun 

Earlier this month, she released a children's book. And six months ago, she welcomed a new addition to her little family.

Kelly Clarkson is clearly making the most of her maternity leave.

On Friday, the 34-year-old sat on a panel for the membership-driven 2016 S.H.E. conference in New York.

Busy mom: Kelly Clarkson is clearly making the most of her maternity leave

The busy mom of two biological children and two step children wore a flattering black tunic, paired with black pants and black boots with a chunky three-inch heel.

Clarkson added a fitted gray blazer, a statement necklace and a smart looking large-face watch.

She finished the look with a large pair of diamond earrings. 

The Grammy winning artist looked glowy, just months after giving birth to her second child.

Looking the part: Clarkson looked smart and put together as she attended the S.H.E. Summit in New York on Friday

Her makeup was tasteful as she went for a smoky eye and peach lip look.

The Because of You singer threw her hair up in 'the hun' - the trendy half-up bun look favored by celebs such as Jennifer Lopez.

Clarkson looked smart and put together as she attended the S.H.E. Summit in New York on Friday.  

On trend: The Because of You singer threw her hair up in 'the hun' - the trendy half-up bun look favored by celebs such as Jennifer Lopez

Empowered: The Stronger singer spoke about subjects ranging from confidence, to juggling a career and being a mom, and empowerment

Looking great just months after giving birth to son Remy, the Stronger singer spoke about subjects ranging from confidence, to juggling a career and being a mom, and empowerment.

'I had so much fun today talking about empowerment, confidence, and how to juggle everything at #SHEDecides #BraveIsBeautiful #Citizen,' the Since U Been Gone singer tweeted.

'Listening to Kelly Clarkson speak at the S.H.E. Summit panel and Citizen Watch Q&A session was as inspiring as it was entertaining. What a confident, strong and super nice woman,' posted a fan of Clarkson after the conference.

Clarkson was joined by other successful female leaders as they happily posed together before the conference. 

Girl bosses: Clarkson was joined by other successful female leaders as they happily posed together before the conference

 

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